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Gadgetell lives by the phrase 'Tech News, Reviews, and Interesting Things' and that is exactly what we bring you.Thu, 07 Apr 2016 14:36:22 +0000en-UShourly1http://wordpress.org/?v=4.2.2The 15 best tweets about Facebook’s Oculus Rift acquisitionhttp://www.technologytell.com/gadgets/141499/the-15-best-tweets-about-facebooks-oculus-rift-acquisition/
http://www.technologytell.com/gadgets/141499/the-15-best-tweets-about-facebooks-oculus-rift-acquisition/#commentsWed, 26 Mar 2014 14:37:58 +0000http://www.technologytell.com/gadgets/?p=141499Well, Mark Zuckerburg has done it again with a Facebook acquisition. This time, Facebook paid $2 billion for Oculus Rift, which originated as a Kickstarter campaign. As you can imagine, people are very vocal about their opinions on the matter. Check out the 15 best tweets about the acquisition to see what I mean.

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Well, Mark Zuckerburg has done it again with a Facebook acquisition. This time, Facebook paid $2 billion for Oculus Rift, which originated as a Kickstarter campaign. As you can imagine, people are
very vocal about their opinions on the matter. Check out the 15 best tweets about the acquisition to see what I mean.

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http://www.technologytell.com/gadgets/139342/google-and-apple-reject-flappy-bird-copycats/#commentsMon, 17 Feb 2014 18:49:11 +0000http://www.technologytell.com/gadgets/?p=139342So the Flappy Bird game is over. Honestly, I haven't downloaded the app yet on my iPhone and iPad and now there's no way for me to play the game unless I borrow from my friends who are addicted to it.

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http://www.technologytell.com/gadgets/137849/ozobot-hands-on-from-ces-2014-now-on-kickstarter/#commentsWed, 22 Jan 2014 18:48:59 +0000http://www.technologytell.com/gadgets/?p=137849One of the many unique products I saw while at CES 2014 was the Ozobot. I lucked out at the booth and got a chance to speak to the team without having swarms of others around me. The Ozobot booth, and the robotics area as a whole, typically teemed with the curious.

One of the many unique products I saw while at CES 2014 was the Ozobot. I lucked out at the booth and got a chance to speak to the team without having swarms of others around me. The Ozobot booth,
and the robotics area as a whole, typically teemed with the curious.

I was able to witness firsthand what the Ozobot is and how it does. This teeny robot, roughly the size of a Lindt truffle (mmmm), features sensors that allows it to follow lines and determine
color. The little guy scoots along paths, be them digital (e.g. tablet) or…

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Microsoft recently announced the Xbox Music and Xbox Video apps for Windows Phone 8. Windows Phone 8 users can now enjoy the apps to edit playlists ans sync radio stations. The complete version
of the apps will be ready earlier this 2014.

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http://www.technologytell.com/gadgets/135138/there-are-few-things-as-awesome-as-googles-doctor-who-doodle/#commentsFri, 22 Nov 2013 17:22:58 +0000http://www.technologytell.com/gadgets/?p=135138I watch Doctor Who here and there but I am far from a die-hard fan. Sure, I want the awesome scarf and I love the accents but that's not enough. However, Google's Doctor Who doodle might have just put me over the fandom edge because I cannot stop playing.

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I watch Doctor Who here and there but I am far from a die-hard fan. Sure, I want the awesome scarf and I love the accents but that’s not enough. However, Google’s Doctor Who doodle might have just
put me over the fandom edge because I cannot stop playing.

]]>http://www.technologytell.com/gadgets/135138/there-are-few-things-as-awesome-as-googles-doctor-who-doodle/feed/2GadgeTell Review: Etón BoostSolar Backup Batteryhttp://www.technologytell.com/gadgets/132890/gadgetell-review-eton-boostsolar-backup-battery/
http://www.technologytell.com/gadgets/132890/gadgetell-review-eton-boostsolar-backup-battery/#commentsWed, 23 Oct 2013 13:33:00 +0000http://www.technologytell.com/gadgets/?p=132890With the green energy movement well under way, more and new energy products are available for consumer use. The most popular type today is the solar panel. As gadgets have trended toward wireless function and portable form, solar panels have evolved in order to complement and accessorize with emerging tech. Many solar panels currently available more »

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With the green energy movement well under way, more and new energy products are available for consumer use. The most popular type today is the solar panel. As gadgets have trended toward wireless
function and portable form, solar panels have evolved in order to complement and accessorize with emerging tech.

Size compared to a Galaxy S2

Many solar panels currently available for purchase are both affordable and compact. Easily able to fit in our bags or backpacks, some are as small as a basic smartphone while others can reach the
size of a large D-ring binder.

Etón Corp. is a developer of solar-powered and emergency-preparedness gear. They make battery backups, portable weather alert systems, and solar panel-equipped gadgets. I managed to get my hands on
the [easyazon-link asin=”B00BGLIXWO” locale=”us”]Eton BoostSolar[/easyazon-link] to see how well this compact, solar-rechargeable battery performs.

Design

The Etón BoostSolar features a solar panel with a detachable 5000mAh battery. What’s great about this design is that the panel and battery both have Micro USB ports for charging in/out. You can
charge from the sun or outlet, and the battery can be removed and act as a standalone external battery. The drawback, of course, is that once the battery dies (eventually), the solar panel is no
longer useful until you purchase a replacement from Etón.

Battery clicks right out

The BoostSolar panel is reasonably thin, making it an ideal item to slide into bags, backpacks, or even purses. The weight is evenly distributed across the unit, so you can quickly and easily prop
it up from any side.

While the device feels of quality, sturdy construction, I wouldn’t necessarily call it “rugged.” It has survived some drops, splashes of water, and dirt, but it’s neither waterproof nor meant to
endure harsh activity.

It doesn’t really look like a solar panel from a distance. I’ve had people mistake it (or question me about it) for some smartphone- or tablet-related device,…

]]>http://www.technologytell.com/gadgets/132890/gadgetell-review-eton-boostsolar-backup-battery/feed/1tabeo e2 Tablet For Kids Launching for Holidayshttp://www.technologytell.com/gadgets/129956/tabeo-e2-tablet-for-kids-launching-for-holidays/
http://www.technologytell.com/gadgets/129956/tabeo-e2-tablet-for-kids-launching-for-holidays/#commentsMon, 16 Sep 2013 21:50:54 +0000http://www.technologytell.com/gadgets/?p=129956Toys “R” Us has announced its next generation tablet for kids, the tabeo e2. This tablet, which originally launched for the 2012 holiday season is designed by the kids authority and features content kids love. The tabeo e2 has upgrades which make it bigger, faster, and more durable than the original model. The tablet runs on more »

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generation tablet for kids, the tabeo e2. This tablet, which originally launched for the 2012 holiday season is designed by the kids authority and features content kids love.

The tabeo e2 has upgrades which make it bigger, faster, and more durable than the original model. The tablet runs on Android 4.2 and packs both Bluetooth and wireless for connectivity.

Worried about safety and protection? The tabeo e2 provides parental controls, which are completely customizable.

]]>http://www.technologytell.com/gadgets/129956/tabeo-e2-tablet-for-kids-launching-for-holidays/feed/0STEM Thrusts Players Closer Toward Full Virtual Immersionhttp://www.technologytell.com/gadgets/129840/stem-thrusts-players-closer-toward-full-virtual-immersion/
http://www.technologytell.com/gadgets/129840/stem-thrusts-players-closer-toward-full-virtual-immersion/#commentsMon, 16 Sep 2013 16:38:29 +0000http://www.technologytell.com/gadgets/?p=129840The latest in tracking and gesture-control technology has just hit Kickstarter and is drawing much attention. The STEM system is a wireless motion tracking platform for video games and virtual reality. Upon reading more, I couldn’t help but think of Ernest Cline’s book, Ready Player One. The STEM system lets players interact naturally with the more »

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gesture-control technology has just hit Kickstarter and is drawing much attention. The STEM system is a wireless motion tracking platform for video games and virtual reality.

Upon reading more, I couldn’t help but think of Ernest Cline’s book, Ready Player One. The STEM system lets players interact naturally with the gaming environment. Head movements, hand
movements, and everything else is tracked by…

]]>http://www.technologytell.com/gadgets/129840/stem-thrusts-players-closer-toward-full-virtual-immersion/feed/0Epson Releases an Cost-Friendly Projector for Home Theater and Gaminghttp://www.technologytell.com/gadgets/127885/epson-releases-an-cost-friendly-projector-for-home-theater-and-gaming/
http://www.technologytell.com/gadgets/127885/epson-releases-an-cost-friendly-projector-for-home-theater-and-gaming/#commentsWed, 21 Aug 2013 14:41:33 +0000http://www.technologytell.com/gadgets/?p=127885Epson America, Inc. has announced its latest Epson PowerLite Home Cinema product. The 730HD 720p 3LCD projector is the affordable answer for those who want that home theater experience indoors or even in the backyard. The Home Cinema 730HD boasts a powerful 3,000 lumens of color and white brightness, ideal for top notch movie-viewing quality. more »

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its latest Epson PowerLite Home Cinema product. The 730HD 720p 3LCD projector is the affordable answer for those who want that home theater experience indoors or even in the backyard.

The Home Cinema 730HD boasts a powerful 3,000 lumens of color and white brightness, ideal for top notch movie-viewing quality. It can project an image up to 300 inches that is viewable inside or
outside the home.

]]>http://www.technologytell.com/gadgets/127885/epson-releases-an-cost-friendly-projector-for-home-theater-and-gaming/feed/0GadgeTell Review: Tactslider Tornado Gaming Controllerhttp://www.technologytell.com/gadgets/125895/gadgettell-review-tactslider-tornado-gaming-controller/
http://www.technologytell.com/gadgets/125895/gadgettell-review-tactslider-tornado-gaming-controller/#commentsThu, 25 Jul 2013 14:36:46 +0000http://www.technologytell.com/gadgets/?p=125895Smartphones and tablets, when not used for productive purposes, are great for music, video, and gaming. The glaring problem with gaming on a tablet or smartphone is their lack of dedicated physical controls. When it comes to live competitive games, one wrong slip on a screen can be the difference between success or doom. There more »

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used for productive purposes, are great for music, video, and gaming. The glaring problem with gaming on a tablet or smartphone is their lack of dedicated physical controls. When it comes to live
competitive games, one wrong slip on a screen can be the difference between success or doom.

There are a number of available mobile game controllers designed for tablets or smartphones. They’re typically flawed in one way or another, preventing any long-term utility. Bluetooth-enabled
cradle devices can be cumbersome both physically and connection-wise. Most stick-on options either break, aren’t precise, scratch your screen, or simply don’t work well at all.

Earlier this year we brought you news about the Tactslider. As a smartphone gamer, I was so intrigued
that Id decided to spend the $20 to try it out myself. Here’s the lowdown of this delightful little device that is neither bulky nor requires any wireless connection. It also features a low
profile, excellent pressure sensitivity, and a solid grip that lets you play until your heart’s content, all without slipping.

The Tactslider is about the height of two quarters stacked on each other. It feels good and natural to use since it doesn’t protrude so far from the screen. The sticky backing lets you attach it to
smooth surfaces, yet it removes easily and without any residue. There is a lip around the edge that lets you pop it off again. Because of the low profile, you can push it around as much as…